California College of the Arts G.I. Bill® Tuition Assistance

Will You go to California College of the Arts for Free Thanks to the G.I. Bill®?

How much will attending California College of the Arts cost you? Below you'll find a breakdown of the G.I. Bill® tuition assistance and more for California College of the Arts.

Why is the G.I. Bill® Important?

G.I. Bill® Tuition assistance is limited. Check out below if California College of the Arts' tuition is covered. Be sure to check out the G.I. Bill® information for each school you're considering because each school's coverage varies.

Veterans Typically Attend California College of the Arts for no More Than $23,225

If you qualify for full benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® we estimate that your yearly out of pocket cost to attend California College of the Arts should not be more than $23,225.

Private College Tuition Not Covered by GI Bill® Benefits

Even if you qualify for full benefits, the tuition and fees charged by California College of the Arts will not be fully covered. California College of the Arts charges $51,137 a year for tuition and fees but your maximum Post-9/11 benefit is only $20,235. In order to make up the shortfall you will need some additional aid from the college and/or government.

Yellow Ribbon Program Participant But With Limitations

If you have tuition and fees charges that are not covered by your Post-9/11 benefits, you may be able to get additional assistance in the form of a Yellow Ribbon Award. While California College of the Arts participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, it places some limitations on the awards it grants, so your participation in this program is not guaranteed.

California College of the Arts awarded a total of $71,626 in Yellow Ribbon benefits last year. This was split among 7 veterans for an average award of $10,232 ($20,465 after government matching).

The following table may show you how likely you are to have outstanding tuition costs covered by the Yellow Ribbon Program at California College of the Arts. Remember, contributions from the college will be matched by the VA.

Questions to Ask the Admissions Department

• Which programs and majors (if any) participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program and how do I apply?

Per Credit Fees and the Active Duty Tuition Assistance Cap

With a per credit charge for in-state students of $2,108, California College of the Arts falls above the tuition assistance cap of $250 for active duty personnel.

Below Cap for State Residents?	$2,108 per credit
Below Cap for Non Residents (Out of State)?	$2,108 per credit

Your Living Expenses Likely Covered

After applying eight months of your assumed MHA against what California College of the Arts thinks your living expenses should be, we see a potential credit in your favor of $8,177. It is possible that your living expenses will be more than covered!

Your Books and Supplies are Not Fully Covered

Your book stipend of $1000 will not cover what California College of the Arts estimates your expenses to be ($1,500).